The Editor's Desk - Tues 13 Jan 2026: Playing with fire - Iran, MTN, and a 25% US tariff threat

In tonights BizNews Briefing: The war in Iran triggers a "flight to safety" and a looming R3.25 petrol price hike. Meanwhile South Africa's corporate giants remain surprisingly steadfast. Nedbank, Shoprite, and Discovery all reported robust earnings, with Discovery Bank notably swinging into profitability ahead of schedule. Plus, the construction sector…

Fears of a global war is one of the questions addressed by Col Sarit Zehavi, the founder of the Alma Centre, in this interview with Chris Steyn. "I don't see neither China nor Russia sacrificing themselves for the ayatollahs of Iran... And...I don't think that they will go against the…

Cy Jacobs, co - founder of 36ONE, shares insights on the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict, its potential duration, and global market impacts. He explains rising oil prices, inflation risks, and how investors can protect portfolios through cautious equity selection, hedge funds, and rand-hedged assets. Jacobs also highlights South Africa’s resilient market,…

In today’s Editor's Desk episode, Alec Hogg explores a heavy-handed "mob-style" raid on Newcastle’s biggest remaining employer, where parliamentarians and armed police ignored biosecurity protocols in a fruitless search for illegal workers. We also dive into an exclusive Financial Times report revealing Iran’s long-term plan to weaponise global oil markets…

Tensions flare in Newcastle as business leaders condemn an alleged politically driven “inspection” at a major employer. Parliamentarians, police, and officials reportedly stormed the premises of a prominent mineral water producer, sparking claims of intimidation and abuse of power. With thousands of jobs at stake, the incident raises urgent questions…